China opposes any country allowing Dalai Lama to visit, says foreign ministry
China has voiced firm opposition to any country permitting visits by the Dalai Lama under any circumstances.
Thu Aug 22 2024
US lawmakers meet Tibet's Dalai Lama, pressure China on talks
Tibetan tradition holds that the Dalai Lama is reincarnated after his death and current leader has said his successor may be found in India.
Wed Jun 19 2024
Dalai Lama apologises after video asking boy to 'suck my tongue'
A statement said the Dalai Lama leader "often teases people he meets in an innocent and playful way, even in public and before cameras.
Mon Apr 10 2023
Dalai Lama: China's leaders 'don't understand variety of cultures'
The Dalai Lama said there is too much control by the main Han ethnic group.
Wed Nov 10 2021
Indian PM Modi greets Dalai Lama on birthday in rare phone call
Modi had rung Tibet's spiritual leader the Dalai Lama to wish him a happy 86th birthday, disregarding any potential disapproval from China.
Tue Jul 06 2021
As Trump woos China's Xi, Dalai Lama has to wait on the sidelines
The United States is widely seen as the last major Western power that has still held meetings with the Dalai Lama despite Beijing's objections that such encounters foment separatism.
Fri May 05 2017
China denounces India hosting Dalai Lama in disputed region
China said India's decision to host the Dalai Lama on a contested stretch of land on the India-China border would cause serious damage to relations between the two countries.
Wed Apr 05 2017
China bans Lady Gaga after the pop superstar meets with the Dalai Lama
Lady Gaga's friendliness toward the spiritual leader Dalai Lama means she, too, has incurred the Chinese government's wrath.
Thu Jun 30 2016
Obama to meet Dalai Lama at White House, defying Beijing
Obama has met the Dalai Lama several times before but the pair will talk behind closed doors in an effort to avoid Beijing's ire.
Wed Jun 15 2016
Exiled Tibetans elect leader as Dalai Lama steps back
Tens of thousands of exiled Tibetans go to the polls Sunday to elect a new leader tasked with sustaining their struggle for greater autonomy.
Sun Mar 20 2016
Top Tibetan monk faces India money-laundering charges
A top Tibetan monk who is seen as a potential successor to the Dalai Lama is to be prosecuted for money-laundering after an Indian court overturned a decision to drop charges.
Thu Jul 09 2015
Tibetans pray for Dalai Lama at 80th birthday celebration
The Dalai Lama marked his official 80th birthday on Sunday, with prayers and celebrations at his hometown in exile but little to show for decades of lobbying seeking greater Tibetan autonomy.
Sun Jun 21 2015
Dalai Lama urges Suu Kyi to act on Rohingya
Dalai Lama has urged fellow Nobel peace laureate Aung San Suu Kyi to do more to help Myanmar's persecuted Muslim Rohingya minority amid a worsening migration crisis.
Thu May 28 2015
The Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu to co-write book
Work on "The Book of Joy: Finding Enduring Happiness in an Uncertain World" is set to start this weekend when the two Nobel Peace Prize laureates meet to celebrate the Dalai Lama's 80th birthday.
Thu Apr 16 2015
Dalai Lama urges Buddhists to halt Muslim violence
The Dalai Lama Sunday reiterated his plea to Buddhists in Myanmar and Sri Lanka to halt violence against Muslims.
Sun Jul 06 2014
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024